The Walcheren Campaign was a failed British military expedition during the Napoleonic Wars aimed at capturing the strategic island of Walcheren in the Netherlands.
Four Days’ Battle Explained
The ‘Four Days’ Battle’ was a naval engagement during the Second Anglo-Dutch War in 1666, lasting from 1 to 4 June, resulting in a strategic victory for the Dutch Republic.
Battle of the Downs Explained
The Battle of the Downs was a naval battle in 1639 between the Dutch Republic and Spain, resulting in a decisive victory for the Dutch.
Capture of Brielle Explained
The Capture of Brielle was a pivotal event in the Eighty Years’ War, marking the beginning of Dutch revolt against Spanish rule in the Netherlands.
Siege of Haarlem Explained
The Siege of Haarlem was a significant event during the Dutch Revolt, where the city of Haarlem withstood a lengthy Spanish siege before eventually surrendering.
Anglo-Russian invasion of Holland Explained
The Anglo-Russian invasion of Holland was a failed military campaign during the Napoleonic Wars aimed at overthrowing French control in the Netherlands.
Battle on the Zuiderzee Explained
The Battle on the Zuiderzee was a naval conflict during the Dutch War of Independence in 1573.
Battle of Jemmingen Explained
The Battle of Jemmingen was a decisive victory for the Spanish forces during the Eighty Years’ War.
Battle of Castricum Explained
The Battle of Castricum was a significant clash during the French Revolutionary Wars in which the French Republic defeated the Anglo-Russian forces, leading to the withdrawal of the British from the Netherlands.
Kettle War Explained
The Kettle War was a short-lived conflict between the Dutch Republic and the Holy Roman Empire over a stolen kettle.
Siege of Groenlo Explained
The Siege of Groenlo was a significant battle during the Eighty Years’ War, resulting in the capture of the Dutch town by the Spanish forces in 1627.
Battle of the Slaak Explained
The Battle of the Slaak was a naval engagement during the First Anglo-Dutch War in 1631.